Welcome to the DIGeMERGE 2025 Conference

DiGeMERGE 2025 is an international conference organized by researchers from the Digital Emergency Communication (DIGeMERGE) project. Funded under the CHANSE programme by the EU Commission (Horizon 2020) and Nordic research councils, DIGeMERGE explores the role of digital tools and platforms in public emergency communication across the Nordic countries.

The conference provides a platform for researchers and students to present their work on the digital transformation of public emergency communication. Whether focusing on emergency management theories, risk analysis methods, or empirical case studies, participants will have the opportunity to share insights and engage with scholars from diverse disciplines, including the natural and social sciences.

DiGeMERGE 2025 particularly welcomes interdisciplinary contributions on key topics such as:

• Emergency communication practices and their evolution
• Social media and digital platforms in crisis communication
• Science and Technology Studies (STS) applied to emergency response
• Stakeholder engagement in emergency communication
• Impact of 5G and 6G networks on emergency response systems
• Case studies on emergency warning systems and mobile apps
• Crisis informatics in a rapidly evolving digital landscape

Researchers are invited to submit extended abstracts (1-2 pages) via EasyChair by 20 May 2025. The conference aims to foster collaboration among European researchers and professionals, advancing knowledge on digital emergency communication in an increasingly connected world.